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Different Strokes by Different Folks

Sly and the Family Stone · 2005

61 min · 14 tracks · funk · pop rock · R&B

A vibrant tapestry of funk and soul, celebrating diversity through infectious grooves and uplifting messages.

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'Different Strokes by Different Folks' is a compilation album that revitalizes Sly and the Family Stone's classic tracks featuring contemporary artists. This album came nearly three decades after the band's last studio release, marking a significant return to the spotlight for Sly Stone and his influential sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Aretha Franklin· Lionel Richie· giorge mijael

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Dance to the Music 4:04
  • 2 Everyday People 2:46
  • 3 Star 4:25
  • 4 Runnin' Away 4:04
  • 5 Family Affair 3:42
  • 6 (You Caught Me) Smilin' 3:52
  • 7 If You Want Me to Stay 3:32
  • 8 I Get High on You 3:36
  • 9 Love City 4:57
  • 10 You Can Make It If You Try 5:34
  • 11 Sing a Simple Song 6:37
  • 12 I Want to Take You Higher 5:09
  • 13 Don't Call Me Nigger, Whitey 4:07
  • 14 Thank You Nation 1814 5:17

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